UKSSSC Driver Vacancy 2026 Notification Out for 72 Posts, Apply Online Starts from 17 April

The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has released its official notification for Vehicle Driver and Enforcement Driver posts under Group ‘C’ direct recruitment. The official notification PDF was published on 10 April 2026, inviting online applications for 72 vacant posts across various state government departments.

UKSSSC Driver Recruitment 2026- Overview

UKSSSC has announced this recruitment drive as a direct selection through a written examination, followed by a practical driving test. Interested and eligible candidates must apply online at www.sssc.uk.gov.in from 17 April to 7 May 2026. Check all important details below.

Department-wise Vacancy Breakdown

A total of 72 posts are announced across 15 different departments and offices of the Uttarakhand Government. The highest number of vacancies is announced for the State Tax Department (राज्य कर विभाग, उत्तराखण्ड) with 16 posts.

Note: The exact category-wise breakdowns (General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS / Women / Ex-Servicemen / PwD) for each post are detailed in the official notification PDF and may be revised before the final selection.

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (Reference Date: 01 July 2026)

For Vehicle Driver posts under the Legal Services Authority and Enforcement Driver posts: the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 42 years (born between 02 July 1984 and 01 July 2008).

For all other Vehicle Driver posts: the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 42 years (born between 02 July 1984 and 01 July 2005).

Age Relaxation (upper limit):

• SC/ST/OBC (Uttarakhand): +5 years
• Divyang/PwD: +10 years
• Ex-Servicemen (Uttarakhand): as per government rules
• Freedom Fighters’ Dependants: +5 years

Educational Qualification

Vehicle Driver (Vahan Chalak) — Mandatory:

1. Must have passed Class 8 from a recognised school.
2. Must hold a valid heavy or light vehicle driving licence issued by a competent authority at least 3 years before the notified vacancy date, and must have been driving commercial vehicles for not less than 3 years.

Enforcement Driver (Pravartan Chalak) — Mandatory:

1. Must have passed Class 8 from a recognised school.
2. Must hold a valid light and heavy vehicle driving licence for at least 3 years before the date of notification of the vacancy.

Special Note for NCC Directorate posts: Drivers must hold valid licences for both heavy and light vehicles.

Desirable / Preferential Qualifications

1. In cases where all other conditions are equal, preference in direct recruitment will be given to candidates who have served in the provincial armed forces for a minimum period of 2 years, or have obtained NCC ‘C’ or ‘B’ certificate.
2. For Enforcement Driver posts, additional desirable qualifications include a High School from UP/Uttarakhand Board, knowledge of vehicle mechanics, and a minimum of 2 years’ service in provincial armed forces.

Nationality

The applicant must be a citizen of India, a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India. The candidate must have a domicile of Uttarakhand.

UKSSSC Drive Vacancy Selection Process

The selection is conducted in two stages, and the final merit list combines the scores of both.

Stage 1 — Written Examination (25 marks, 30 minutes): An objective-type test on Driving Rules and General Knowledge. General/OBC candidates must secure at least 45% marks, while SC/ST candidates must secure at least 35% marks to qualify. Those who do not meet the cutoff will not be called for the driving test.

Stage 2 — Practical Driving Test (75 marks): Candidates who clear the written exam — up to 6 times the number of vacancies — are called for the driving test. The minimum qualifying marks here are 50% for unreserved, EWS, and OBC candidates, and for SC/ST and economically weaker categories.

Final Merit: The final ranking is based on the combined total of both stages. In case of a tie, the candidate with a higher written exam score is ranked first. If the tie persists, the older candidate is placed higher. All shortlisted candidates must appear for document verification; absence will result in cancellation of candidature.

UKSSSC Driver Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The written exam is an objective (MCQ) type with negative marking. One-fourth (¼) of the question’s marks are deducted for each wrong answer. Unanswered questions carry no penalty. Attempting more than one option for a single question is treated as a wrong answer.

Detailed Syllabus (as per Appendix-1 of the notification):

Unit I — Rules & Regulations for Drivers (15 Marks) Motor Vehicles Act 1988 as amended by MV Amendment Act 2019 (No. 32 of 2019); Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989; Motor Vehicles (Driving) Regulations 2017; Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Technical Knowledge; Health & Hygiene covering harmful effects of alcohol and tobacco, and awareness about AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases.

Unit II — Current Affairs (5 Marks) National Current Affairs and General Knowledge.

Unit III — Uttarakhand General Knowledge (5 Marks) Geography, History, Art & Culture, Economy, Political Scenario, Tourism, Environment and Transportation of Uttarakhand.

Application Fee

Payment must be made online through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. No other mode is accepted. If a fee payment fails due to a technical reason, the deducted amount will be refunded.

How to Apply Online for Uttarakhand Driver Recruitment?

The online application process will begin on 17 April 2026, and the last date to apply online is 7 May 2026. Check the steps to fill the Uttarakhand UKSSSC Drive Recruitment 2026 below.

1. Registration: Visit www.sssc.uk.gov.in and register using your Aadhaar number (one Aadhaar can be used for only one registration). Enter your name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID.
2. Fill Application Form: Enter educational qualifications, employment registration details, reservation category, and driving licence information accurately.
3. Upload Documents: Upload a recent colour passport-size photograph (150×200 px), signature (150×100 px), and left-hand thumb impression (150×100 px) in JPG/JPEG format.
4. Pay Fee: Complete the online payment. The application is considered submitted only after the fee is credited to the Commission’s account before the deadline.
5. Print Application: Once submitted, the status column will show “Completed.” Download and save the printout for future use. There is no need to send any physical documents to the UKSSSC office at this stage.

Note: A one-time correction window will be available from 11 to 13 May 2026. You can modify the changes to name, parents’ names, date of birth, or examination centre during this period.

Documents Required to Fill the Application Form

Mandatory at time of application:

• Class 10 (High School) certificate and marksheet
• Aadhaar Card (both sides)
• Valid Driving Licence (Heavy/Light as applicable)
• Passport-size photograph, signature, and left thumb impression

Category/Reservation certificates (as applicable):

• SC/ST Caste Certificate in Uttarakhand format (Appendix-2A)
• OBC Certificate (Appendix-2B)
• EWS Income & Asset Certificate (Appendix-2C)
• Freedom Fighter’s Dependent Certificate (Appendix-2D)
• PwD/Divyang Certificate (Appendix-2E)

Other documents:

• Uttarakhand Domicile/Permanent Residency Certificate
• Employment Registration Certificate
• Ex-Serviceman Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
• NOC/Departmental Permission (if currently in Central/State Government service)

Salary & Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Matrix Level-03 with a basic pay range of ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 as per the 7th Pay Commission. Additional allowances, including Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, and Transport Allowance, will be paid as per the Uttarakhand government service rules.